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Trigger Point Injections
Trigger point injections offer relief to people suffering from chronic muscle pain due to myofascial trigger points.
Allen Finney
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Young ladies behind the counter were nice and professional. Dr. Khan was and is awesome. You felt he really cared which I have not felt in the 2 years I've been injured. Only reason I did not give it 5 stars was the hard time I had finding it.
charles griffin
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Have been doing a wonderful job with help with my nerve pain, listen to me, and my request no to be put on pain killers but to help find the problem, always return calls so glad is was referred to them.
Stacey Mejia
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Awesome staff Dr. Kahn is a really good Doctor he listens and is a helping man!! I appreciate all of your guys work you do for your patients!! You even call to give reminder the day before your appointment! Again that's so awesome!!
Forrest Hammer
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NOTHING BUT THE BEST. ABLE TO WALK. ABLE TO PERFORM TASKS THAT I COULDN'T FOR A LONG TIME, LIKE DAILY WALKING, BENDING OVER, CARRYING GROCERIES AND ENJOYING A MOVIE AT THE CINEMA. THANK YOU DR. ASIM KAHN.
Jeanne Neathery
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Dr RYklin is amazing. He treats each patient as if you’re his only one. I’ve been seeing him for 7yrs due to a neck injury. He definitely finds what pain management meets your individual needs. The practitioners are amazing as well!!!!
Marty Klopper
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Pain Dr office. Staff is friendly and professional. Lots of paper work to be filled out. Office was clean and neat. Masks on Staff at all times and required for patients to enter. Will be going back for follow-up appointments.
What are trigger point injections?
Trigger points, sometimes called myofascial trigger points, are tightly bound “knots” of muscle that can cause chronic pain in the surrounding area. Some of the most common sites of myofascial trigger points include the head, neck, shoulders, and back. They are often the result of physical trauma, repetition of specific movements, or poor posture.
Trigger point injections are used to soothe this pain. Based on the specific case, a doctor will choose from a variety of medications for the injection. These medications might provide relief by numbing the area, reducing inflammation, or relaxing muscle contraction. The injections are administered directly into the site of the trigger point.
Pain relief can be immediate after a trigger point injection or may require a few days to take full effect. Because the injections reduce pain and help improve mobility, they can make physical therapy possible and more tolerable for patients recovering from injury.
How are trigger point injections administered?
1. Trigger Point Located
The doctor will conduct a physical exam to determine the exact location of the trigger point. Based on its location, patients may either sit or lay down on the examination table. The doctor will then clean the area and may mark the spot with a skin marker.
2. Tissue Stabilized
The doctor will gently pinch the trigger point with their hand to stabilize it. This may cause some discomfort depending on the severity of the trigger point.
3. Injection Administered
The doctor will then insert a small needle into the trigger point to administer the medication. The medication may include a local anesthetic, corticosteroid, Botox, or a combination. Some patients experience discomfort at this point which subsides as the muscle relaxes.
4. End of Procedure
After the doctor removes the needle, they will dress the area and the patient is able to go home. Pain relief might be immediate or take a few days. Patients are free to use the affected muscles, although strenuous activity is discouraged for at least several days.
Why choose AZ Pain and Spine Institute for your treatment?
We are a team of pain management doctors and specialists. Our physicians have double board certification in their chosen fields and have undergone additional fellowships in pain management. Our professionals have also received advanced medical training in minimally invasive spinal procedures and pain management, including Trigger Point Injections.